When do calories really count?
On a regular basis, I make a habit of informing both my personal training clients and lecture guests of exactly when calories count. For some reason, this topic often seems more complicated than it is, so let me lay it out for you clearly.
When Calories Count:
- They count on Friday night.
- They count on your birthday.
- They count when you are out drinking.
- They count on Thanksgiving.
- They count during the entire holiday season.
- They count on vacation.
- They count on the weekend.
- They count when you're depressed.
- They count when you are celebrating.
- They count when you are bored.
- They count at the movies.
- They count during the football game.
- They count at the fanciest of restaurants.
- They even count during 'that time of month.'
So! If you were confused in any way shape or form before ... hopefully you're not now. Caloric intake versus expenditure is the main factor in weight management. I'm all for strategic indulgences, but keep in mind ... if you are trying to lose weight and making a grand effort throughout the week, you can blow it all in one night! Be smart. Utilize self control. And stop making excuses. Calories always count.
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6-27-2008 @ 10:57AM
Sarah said...
Gosh, if it wasn't clear before, it is clear now...you've run out of materials, you're tired of the topic, and you're just plain mean. I thought this advice was suppose to be helpful, not obvious.
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6-27-2008 @ 11:01AM
fitzness said...
Hey Sarah,
Sorry you found the information offensive. Thank goodness it's very obvious to you. For so many people trying to lose weight, it is not. In fact, it takes a lot of reminding that Friday night is not a free for all on consumption. I deal with thousands of people who do not have this clear in their head. It's only when people start paying attention to everything they put in their mouths....do they acheive their goals. Thank goodness that's not you though.
Fitz
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